MISSION
To be a catalyst for girls empowering girls.
PURPOSE
The Provincial Commissioner holds the highest position in the province. She is chair of the Provincial Council and Executive Committee (if applicable) and is a signing officer, senior spokesperson, and ambassador for the provincial jurisdiction.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Be a member of the National Operations Committee and Council of Provincial Commissioners – a committee of the Board of Directors that advises on issues, champions decisions, provides key messages and solicits consultation as needed;
- Vote in the election of the Board of Directors;
- Chair provincial council meetings, encourage and support Council to implement the work of the province;
- Provide support at all levels of Guiding throughout the province;
- To promote Guiding throughout the province through public speaking, media relations, external networking, and personal outreach; and,
- Work in collaboration with staff to administer Guiding in the province within the policies of GGC.
REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION
- Commitment to GGC-GdC’s Mission, Vision, and youth potential
- Personal commitment to devote the time necessary to perform the responsibilities of a Provincial Commissioner
- Demonstrate excellent leadership and team building aptitude, with strong interpersonal and communication.
- Possess experience in governance including: strategic visioning, innovation, risk mitigation and financial oversight
- Demonstrate best practices in facilitation and chairing meetings, with an ability to navigate difficult issues, champion and direct implementation of critical decisions which may sometimes be unpopular
- Facilitate healthy relationships among and between volunteers and staff, including: coaching, mentoring and conflict resolution
TERM
This is a three-year term. The time requirements for the Provincial Commissioner varies between 15 – 20 hours per week on average. Business is conducted by e-mail, teleconference, Skype, and in-person meetings. Please click here for the full position description.
Click here to complete the on-line application form and submit your resume/CV by December 15, 2019 to your Provincial Nominating Committee at mb-nominations@girlguides.ca.
All applications will be reviewed, and selected candidates will be contacted.